• As senior member of the Workplace Relations team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the provision of strategic high level advisory and consultancy services in relation to complex workplace relations matters.

• This role offers flexibility to work from home and in an environment where you thrive, along with the freedom to operate within your area of expertise and accountability to deliver results for West Moreton Health.

• Temporary part-time (0.4FTE) for up to 6 months

Job details

About the role

Due to internal movements, West Moreton Health is seeking a highly skilled and motivated professional to join our team as a Senior Workplace Relations Advisor.

In this specialist role, you'll provide high-level advisory and consultancy services across our health service, partnering closely with Human Resource Business

Partners and senior leaders to manage complex workplace relations matters.

Your expertise will be critical in advising on and resolving issues including:

• Disciplinary processes and investigations
• Complex grievances, appeals, and public interest disclosures
• Performance management and allegations of misconduct
• Advocacy before the Queensland Industrial Relations Commission and other tribunals
• Employment-related litigation and regulatory compliance

You will also contribute to the preparation of high-quality correspondence and briefing materials for decision-makers, while helping to shape and improve systems, policies, and procedures related to workplace relations.

Working within a small, multidisciplinary, and agile team in a forward-thinking environment, you will gain broad exposure to diverse and challenging issues—accelerating your development and expertise in workplace relations.

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside passionate, experienced HR professionals in a collaborative and supportive setting. The role offers genuine flexibility to work from home, empowering you to thrive in a way that suits your lifestyle and working preferences. You'll enjoy both autonomy and accountability as you apply your knowledge to deliver strong outcomes for West Moreton Health.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Extensive experience in workplace relations, industrial relations, HR, and/or employment law
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, enterprise agreements, and awards
• Proven ability to deliver accurate, strategic, and practical advice across a broad spectrum of workplace matters
• Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills, with the ability to build trust at all levels
• Experience managing highly sensitive and complex workplace issues with professionalism and sound judgement
• High-level written communication skills suited to executive audiences
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to handle competing priorities under pressure
• A collaborative, proactive mindset and a genuine passion for continuous learning and improvement

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the southeast corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. As the West Moreton community expands, we are committed to transforming and optimising our care through service redesign, research, and innovation to continue to meet the healthcare needs of our growing and diverse community. Our transformation starts with our people, and we well positioned to enhance our employee experience through the evolution of our well established #everyoneisaleader leadership competency framework.

To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community –  Follow this link  

To apply

Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• WM652811_08 AO6 Senior Workplace Relations Advisor RD (PDF, 197KB)
  Role Description
  
  Joining the West Moreton Health Community (PDF, 301KB)
  Information Package for Applicants